Common Questions about nystatin

Is nystatin an antibiotic?

No, nystatin is not an antibiotic, and it does not treat bacterial infections. It is an antifungal medicine that treats fungal infections of the mouth, stomach, and intestines. Nystatin does not treat invasive fungal infections that affect other organs in the body. 

Is oral nystatin over the counter?

No, nystatin is a prescription antifungal medicine used to treat yeast infections of the mouth, stomach, and intestines. It’s not available over the counter (without a doctor’s prescription).

Is it okay to swallow nystatin?

Doctors often ask patients to swish and swallow nystatin oral suspension. Meaning, that you need to swish the medicine around in your mouth for as long as possible, gargle with it, and then swallow the liquid. This helps treat any infection in the throat and esophagus (food pipe). 

Does nystatin liquid need to be refrigerated?

No, you should not refrigerate or freeze nystatin oral suspension (liquid). It should be stored at room temperature. 

Should I brush my teeth before or after taking nystatin oral suspension?

It’s best to brush your teeth after taking nystatin oral suspension since it contains sugars as ingredients. However, you should wait for around half an hour after taking the medicine to allow it to work.  

How long do I have to take nystatin?

You should take nystatin for as long as your doctor advises. It usually takes around one week to treat oral thrush with nystatin. Stubborn infections can take up to 2 weeks to clear. Doctors advise taking nystatin for 2 days after the infection has cleared to ensure it does not come back. 

What is the price of Nystatin without insurance?

Without insurance, nystatin can be as high as $36.00, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $13.75 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. 

What is the price of Nystatin with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on nystatin—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for nystatin. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medication, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.